Miguel Tejada makes a good first impression on the Houston fans as he hits a two-run homer in the bottom of the ninth to defeat the Cardinals 5-3. After eight shutout innings by Rodriguez and Brocail, Valverde blows a three run lead in the ninth. He gave up two walks, two singles and a double.

Lee, however, singled to start the inning and Miguel hit the first pitch for a home run. The Astros hit four dingers tonight after hitting seven in their first seven games.